Whiskey market in India | Manufacturers & Official Website 2026

Whiskey market in India?

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, between 2026 and 2032, the India Whisky Market is forecast to sustain robust growth. The growth momentum of market is bolstered by the rapid rising disposable incomes, urbanisation, and a shift toward premium and super‑premium segments, especially for homegrown single malts. Consumers who are young, mostly attracted towards the aspirational western-style drinks, while on‑trade venues like bars and restaurants, and off‑trade retail channels, are increasing the adoption that support higher margins.

The market is also benefiting from the raised acceptance in social settings, the rise of RTD whiskey beverages, and the emergence of cocktail culture. This is complemented by innovation in cask finishing, sustainable production, and immersive brand experiences at distilleries. Moreover, recent tariff reductions on bourbon and relaxed advertising norms are enhancing portfolio diversity and consumer access, while domestic brands continue to invest in capacity and global expansion.

List of the Whiskey market in India

1. Tilaknagar Industries Ltd.

Tilaknagar Industries produces Mansion House and other Indian-made foreign liquors (IMFL). It caters to mid-range whiskey consumers and is focusing on expanding its premium offerings.

2. Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD)

ABD is one of India’s largest privately held liquor companies and the maker of Officer’s Choice, one of the world’s best-selling whiskey brands. It has a strong portfolio in both mass and premium segments.

3. Radico Khaitan Ltd.

Radico Khaitan manufactures popular whiskey brands like 8 PM and Rampur Indian Single Malt. It has a significant share in the value segment and is gaining prominence in the premium and international markets.

4. John Distilleries Pvt. Ltd.

John Distilleries is known for Original Choice, a popular mass-market whiskey, and Paul John, a globally recognized Indian single malt. The company has a strong presence in both domestic and export markets.

5. Pernod Ricard India

Pernod Ricard India is the Indian arm of the French beverage giant, known for major whiskey brands such as Royal Stag, Imperial Blue, and Blenders Pride. It blends Scotch malts with Indian grain spirits for domestic and global markets.

6. United Spirits Ltd. (Diageo India)

United Spirits is India’s largest spirits manufacturer, producing popular whiskey brands like McDowell’s No.1, Royal Challenge, and Director’s Special. It is part of Diageo and holds a dominant share in both the value and premium whiskey segments.

7. Amrut Distilleries Pvt. Ltd.

Amrut gained global fame for launching the first Indian single malt whiskey. Its products are known for their complexity and craftsmanship and are exported to more than 40 countries.

8. Paul John (Goa-based single malt division of John Distilleries)

Paul John is a premium single malt whiskey brand that has received international acclaim. It is made in Goa using Indian ingredients and traditional Scottish methods.

9. Khoday India Ltd.

Khoday is known for brands like Peter Scot and Red Knight. It operates across several alcohol segments and has been part of India’s whiskey market for over a century.

10. Globus Spirits Ltd.

Globus Spirits operates in both IMFL and country liquor segments, supplying whiskey to government channels and private brands. It is expanding in the mass and semi-premium segments with growing distribution across states.

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